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Discovery Series – Boston

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I’ve reviewed the Boston Ornament earlier, and it’s time for the full-sized Discovery Series Boston mug now. These are landmarks and symbols of the city that were added to the design of the mug:

– Located in the heart of Boston, Quincy Market stands as a historic marketplace that has been serving locals and tourists since 1826. This Greek Revival-style building houses dozens of food vendors, offering everything from local specialties to international cuisine. The market’s central colonnade is often filled with street performers and musicians, creating a lively atmosphere that perfectly captures Boston’s vibrant spirit.… Read more

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Discovery – Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Starbucks Discovery Niagara-on-the-Lake is a bigger version of the ornament that we saw earlier. On top of the symbols and landmarks from the mini mug, we have the following points of interest incorporated in the design:

– Fort George stands as a remarkable testament to Canada’s military heritage, having played a crucial role in defending Upper Canada during the War of 1812. The fort’s well-preserved wooden buildings and earthen ramparts offer visitors an authentic glimpse into early 19th-century military life, complete with soldiers in period uniforms demonstrating musket firing and military drills.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Boston

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Discovery Series Ornament – Boston is making a comeback as there was no mini mug for this city in the previous collection. There was one for YAH though.

Boston, founded in 1630, is one of America’s oldest cities and played a pivotal role in the American Revolution. Key events like the Boston Tea Party and Paul Revere’s ride occurred here. The city became a center of abolitionism in the 19th century and later developed into a hub for education and innovation, home to renowned institutions like Harvard University and MIT.… Read more

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You Are Here – Katowice

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Starbucks You Are Here Katowice is a brand new release for a city in southern Poland that has a rich industrial history dating back to the 19th century. Originally a small village, it rapidly grew into an important coal mining and steel production center during the Industrial Revolution. The city gained municipal rights in 1865 and became part of Poland after World War I. During the interwar period and under communist rule, Katowice continued to be a major industrial hub. Since the fall of communism in 1989, the city has undergone significant economic restructuring, transitioning from heavy industry towards a more diverse economy focused on services, technology, and culture.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Orlando

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Discovery Series Ornament Orlando is a mini mug for a vibrant city in Florida, known for being the home of Walt Disney World and its status as one of the most-visited cities in the United States. Originally inhabited by the Timucua people, the area began to see European settlement in the 1830s, with the establishment of a small fort during the Seminole Wars. The town was officially named Orlando in 1857, possibly after a soldier named Orlando Reeves, though the exact origin remains a topic of debate.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Niagara-on-the-Lake

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The release of the Discovery Ornament Niagara-On-The-Lake is yet another confirmation that this new series will be pretty big, with mugs and ornaments for more places than the previous collections. In the case of Niagara-on-the-Lake, we’ve seen it before in the form of the full-size mug, but not the ornament.

Niagara-on-the-Lake, located in Ontario (Canada), was originally known as Butlersburg. It was later renamed Newark when it became the first capital of Upper Canada in 1792. The town played a significant role during the War of 1812, when it was burned down by American forces in 1813.… Read more

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You Are Here – Kapadokya

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You Are Here Kapadokya is the latest (for now) mug from Türkiye.

Kapadokya, an ancient region in central Anatolia (modern-day Turkey), has a rich history spanning thousands of years. First inhabited by the Hittites in the late Bronze Age around 1800 BCE, the region later came under Persian rule as one of their important satrapies. After Alexander the Great’s conquest, it was ruled by a line of independent kings before becoming a Roman province in 17 CE. The region gained particular significance in early Christian history during the Roman and Byzantine periods (3rd-11th centuries CE), when Christians carved thousands of cave churches and underground cities into the area’s distinctive soft volcanic rock formations, creating a vast network of refuges to escape persecution.… Read more

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Been There – Kyoto

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Starbucks Been There Kyoto is a mug for one of the oldest municipalities in Japan.

Founded in 794 CE as Heian-kyō, Kyoto served as Japan’s imperial capital for over a millennium, shaping the nation’s cultural and spiritual identity. The city emerged as a center of aristocratic culture, Buddhist scholarship, and artistic innovation during the Heian period. Despite fires, wars, and modernization, Kyoto preserved its cultural heritage through centuries, maintaining its status as Japan’s cultural heart even after the imperial capital moved to Tokyo in 1868.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Atlanta

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We’ve identified five design elements from the ornament earlier, and it is time to review the rest from the Discovery Series Atlanta mug.

– We can see the Atlanta skyline on the front, which is a striking amalgamation of modern architecture, featuring iconic structures like the Bank of America Plaza and the soaring SunTrust Plaza against the Southern sky. These gleaming towers, along with the distinctive cylindrical shape of the Westin Peachtree Plaza Hotel and the contemporary Mercedes-Benz Stadium, create a dynamic urban silhouette that perfectly represents the city’s role as the capital of the New South.… Read more

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You Are Here Ornament – Karlovy Vary

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Three years after the release of the full-sized mug, You Are Here Ornament – Karlovy Vary is making its appearance in stores.

Karlovy Vary, also known as Carlsbad, is a spa town nestled in western Bohemia, Czech Republic. Founded in 1370 by Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV, the city’s name translates to “Charles’ Boiling Water,” referencing its famous hot springs. Legend has it that Charles IV discovered the springs while on a hunting expedition, leading to the town’s establishment.

Throughout its history, Karlovy Vary has been a favored destination for European nobility, artists, and intellectuals.… Read more

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